Anyone who works during her/his stay in Switzerland or who remains in Switzerland for longer than three months requires a permit.

Requirements for entry into Switzerland and residence in the country depends on the type of visit as well as the duration of the stay and of course the nationality.

Residence permits are issued by the Cantonal (State) Migration Offices. A clear distinction is made between short-term residence permits (less than 1 year), annual residence permits (limited) and permanent residence permits (unlimited).

We can help and advise you on the best way of handling these first steps and make it a smooth experience for you and your beloved ones. Any questions? Get in touch with us.

EU/EFTA nationals and citizens:

EU/EFTA nationals and citizens can enter Switzerland without any visa for less than 90 days. For stays longer than 90 days or working in the country, you require a visa/permit. We will provide you with the list of relevant documents and assist you with the whole procedure to apply and attain the appropriate visa/permit. Any questions? Get in touch with us.

Non EU/EFTA nationals and citizens:

Non EU/EFTA nationals and citizens need visa to enter into Switzerland and depending on the type and length of your stay, you will need to present different documents. We will provide you with the list of relevant documents and assist you with the whole process to attain your visa/permit. Any questions? Get in touch with us.

Family reunification

If your family is still abroad and you wish to bring them into Switzerland, there are different requirements that you must fulfil. Different citizens need different documents to present. We will provide you with the list of relevant documents you need to present as well as assist you with the whole process in order to make your reunification a real pleasant event. Any questions? Get in touch with us